The base of great Italian food is the quality of its ingredients. It is the simple combination of fresh fruit, vegetables, olive oil, wine, and, of course, great cheeses. This assortment offers an introduction to Italy's most famous staple cheeses that are essential to creating a good Italian meal. All of these cheeses are fantastic on their own but also add that special dimension to everything from pastas to risottos, to gratins, vegetable dishes, and salads. Their unique characters are a pleasure for the the palate to explore.

Pecorino Romano is made from sheep's milk and aged over a year. Hard and dense, it is salty and tangy with a sharp spicy finish. Excellent shaved or grated. (7.5 oz)

Provolone Piccante is mozzarella's older brother. Aged over 9 months and made from cow's milk, it is sharp and spicy with a smooth finish. Perfect thinly sliced and melted. (7.5 oz)

Parmigiano Reggiano is made from raw cow's milk and aged for over 18 months. Full flavored and nutty, with a wonderful grainy texture. Serve grated or shaved. Don't forget to save the rind for stocks and sauces! (7.5 oz)

Grana Padano Stravecchio Oro del Tempo is made from raw cow's milk and aged for over 22 months. Similar to Parmigiano Reggiano, it has an aged grainy texture, and nutty flavor. It has an amazing depth of flavor with sweet, fruity undertones. Use the same way as you use Parmigiano Reggiano, but note the difference in flavors! (7.5 oz)

Gift Presentation: This assortment includes one 7.5 ounce of each selection hand assembled in our signature chocolate colored gift box, finished with a matching ribbon.

Please note that any item temporarily out of stock will be substituted with a similar item of equal or greater value.

I took a risk sending Italian Cooking Cheeses to an Italian, but they loved it....sending me photos of everything they were cooking with it with this feedback, "She was very happy. And that means we are all happy".

By BJfrom Texason Dec 02, 2013

ALWAYS GOOD

Send to my cousin and her husband in NY every year. They always enjoy.

By sabrn51from Pgh. Pa.on Jan 02, 2013

Great gift

Sent this as a Christmas gift to my uncle and he loved it. He was thrilled with the selections of cheese and stated he would love to get this more often. Thanks.

By Sandyfrom Sasebo, Japanon Jan 02, 2013

Formaggio del Cucina

Purchased this as a gift for several people for Christmas and everybody loved it!

By Jeremyfrom CTon Dec 24, 2012

Great Gift

Customer service was very helpful when I was having issues with a gift card. The product shipped earlier then expected!

By NMBfrom NYon Dec 23, 2012

Formaggio del Cucina (Italian Cooking Cheeses) in Gift Box

Recipient is enjoying it!

By Suzannefrom Charleston, SCon Jan 03, 2012

Wonderful Gift!

Purchased for my husband's parents out of town for Christmas and they loved it! Arrived on time! Great gift!

By Chris Ffrom New York ,NYon Jan 03, 2012

great product

I got this for my girlfriend for Christmas and she was most pleased with it. She's a big fan of cheese and this made her very happy.